Advice needed for Clinical Psychology Application in Canada

[hopetree]

Hello Guys, 

I've graduated with a PhD in experimental psychology. I'm currently working as a research associate. But I'm not interested in pursuing a post-doc or stay in academia. I want to do another Phd in Clinical Psychology as I really want to be a clinical psychologist and do some practical work. I have one first author and one 2nd author publication. I've got a lot of conference presentations. My GPA was high overall. Do you guys think I have a good chance of getting in some clinical psychology programs in Canada?

Thank you!

[Jay's Brain]

1 hour ago, hopetree said:

Hello Guys, 

I've graduated with a PhD in experimental psychology. I'm currently working as a research associate. But I'm not interested in pursuing a post-doc or stay in academia. I want to do another Phd in Clinical Psychology as I really want to be a clinical psychologist and do some practical work. I have one first author and one 2nd author publication. I've got a lot of conference presentations. My GPA was high overall. Do you guys think I have a good chance of getting in some clinical psychology programs in Canada?

Thank you!

Hey! With limited knowledge about your academic experiences and research interests, it is hard to know whether you are a good match. On paper, however, having a previous PhD provides a wealth of experience, particularly if you want to continue your current research in a clinical direction. The main thing is to ensure that you apply to programs that matches your experiences and you can narrate why you want to shift your focus and continue your education down a clinical route. Are there questions in your research that can be pursued clinically? Research in a clinical program is just as important as the clinical training you will earn, so your doctorate will be a great gauge of your ability to conduct independent research.

I know 1-2 people who pursued a clinical degree after a PhD, and they used their previous advanced degrees as a way to spin their interests in advancing their research and experiences clinically. That can play to your advantage for sure. 

Best of luck!